The route walked is shown in blue - a total of around 12.08 miles and done clockwise.

The long climb up to the ridge afforded these views.

The entrance to Hambledon Hill reserve.

The view to the Northwest from Hambledon Hill.

Amazing to think that the ramparts on the hill fort were constructed using nothing more sophisticated than antler picks and baskets. It would still be a major operation to build the hillfort using modern machinery.

On towards Iwerne Minster and a look back at the hill.

From the top of the Hill this looks like a big square lake.

The little square in the centre of Iwerne Minster and time for lunch.

A pretty little cottage hidden away behind the trees in Iwerne Minster. Out of sight is a little babbling brook going through the garden.

A big confident thatched cottage on the way out of the village.

Cows trying to find some shade on what has become quite a warm day.

This field of barley will soon be harvested.

The other hillfort on the walk, Hod Hill, is just visible on the top of the hill. The building is Stepleton House. Note the sheep watching my every move!

The Southern entrance to Hod Hill.

The way down from Hod to the car park. The cloud which threatened to bring a shower melted away to the north.